ausa and the reserve components contact information csm (ret) john doe vice president for rc affairs...
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AUSA and the
Reserve
Components
Contact Information
CSM (Ret) John Doe
Vice President for RC Affairs
488-399-2121 (Office)
488-226-7668 (Mobile)
Purpose of the Briefing
Who are we?
What’s in it for you?
Why is membership important?
What can we do for you?
Who Are We?
Our Mission: AUSA represents every American Soldier by:Being the voice for all components of America’s ArmyFostering public support of the Army’s role in national securityProviding professional education and information programs
Our Vision
As the premier voice for America’s Soldiers, we are a dedicated team committed to
building the best professional and representative association for the
world’s best Army.
What’s in it for You?
Your voice on Capitol Hill– The Army’s voice– The Soldier’s voice– The Family’s voice
Education Member Benefits Local Chapter Support
AUSA Legislative Agenda
Reserve Component access to TRICARE (including grey area retirees)
Protect Service members from predatory lending
Funding Army Reset
Funding Army Procurement War-essential items
Enhancing Life Insurance benefits
Increased FTM including Technicians for both Guard and Reserve
Continue decreasing the “pay gap”
Your Voice on Capitol Hill -- Recent Successes
AUSA Legislative Agenda
Will continue to work for:
Closing the pay gap
Further reduce the age for RC retirees to receive pay and benefits
Increased Total Army end strength to 700,000
Full Concurrent Receipt for all disabled retirees
No increases in TRICARE fees/deductibles
Fill 100% of ARNG and USAR FTM positions
Education
Institute of Land Warfare– Educates decision makers– Educates general public– Educates members
Annual Meeting – brings together Army leaders and corporate decision makers
Industry Affairs
Member Benefits
Army MagazineAUSA NewsArmy Green BookWebsiteChapter membership and supportProfessional developmentVisibility on Capitol HillMember services and discounts
Local Chapter Support
Reserve Component NCO/Soldier of the YearFarewell & Welcome Home CeremoniesPartner with Employer Support of the Guard and
Reserve (ESGR)Relationships with Reserve Component unitsChapter website – www.ftjeffersonausachapter.org
– Link to unit websitesNewsletter
Examples of Local Chapter Support -- Continued
Adopt-a-Platoon Program Fallen & Wounded Soldier Fund BOSS programs Awards for exceptional Soldiers/Civilians AUSA Annual Meeting (20 Soldiers and Army Team Miler running
team) Holiday baskets / Mountain of Toys Dinner Memorial Golf Tournament Monthly mixers / Holiday parties Welcome Home and Retirement Ceremonies
Examples of Local Chapter Support -- Continued
Funding and presenting three $1,000 scholarships annually
Grant program for individuals or FRG’s
Major financial sponsor of Hire a Veteran job fair
Sponsor at least one Army Birthday party each year
Honor outstanding Soldiers and NCO’s each year at our Soldier and NCO breakfast
Pay for tickets at various events at the Annual Meeting for Soldiers that can attend
Sponsor and put on a Christmas Party at VA Medical Center for the patients
Why Membership is Important
It’s all about the numbers
Currently over 100,000 strong
AUSA Membership Cost
PVT – SPC w/o magazine $14.00PVT – SPC w/ magazine $21.00SGT – SFC $26.00MSG – SGM / O1 – O3 $31.00O4 – O6 $34.00Under 55 Lifetime member: $525.00 payable in three
payments: 2 x $185.00 and 1 x $155.00
Join AUSA now!!! www.ausa.org
www.ausa.org
Contact Congress
Meetings and Events
AUSA Book Program
E-Store
News
ILW Publications
President’s Corner
Members Only
What Can We Do for You?
Questions?
Concerns?
Needs?
AUSA is your professional organization! AUSA is for Soldiers and Families! AUSA makes a difference! AUSA educates! AUSA needs you! www.ausa.org
Join AUSA now!!!
POCs: John Doe, 488-399-2121
Mary Rodriguez, [email protected]
